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news Dw English 2026-04-16

EU Court Rules Gamblers Can Sue for Losses from Illegal Betting

The European Court of Justice ruled that online gamblers are entitled to seek compensation if they lost money when betting was illegal in their home country. This ruling may establish a precedent for others seeking to reclaim previous losses.


The ECJ has ruled that online gamblers can seek compensation if they lost money when gambling was illegal in their home country, even if the laws have since changed. This could pave the way for others to reclaim losses.

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